Help with closing vectors

I'm confused on drawing lines and then closing vectors so I can create a cut path. How do I draw several separate lines and arcs and then link them together so I can cut out the shape I have made? I know this is a really basic thing, but for the life of me I can't figure it out.

Thanks In advance

With both pieces selected, drag one end point onto the other and you will see a red X. Now the curves are connected as one. To check which end points yet to be connected, Toggle Non-End points under the view menu.

(The connecting is easier if the end points are snapped to a grid.)

Thank you.

HELP !!! I get an error message when trying to upload to memory card. "Vector loop not closed properly" This is not an important project. Just trying to learn the tips and tricks.

Download 2.007. This problem has just been fixed.

Thank You for your help.